Hotels and casinos in Illinois will soon be required to have anti-sexual harassment policies that include, for certain workers, access to a safety button or notification device that alerts security staff.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed comprehensive legislation to help prevent sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace and protect victims as they come forward.

Lyft announced a new suite of safety features and programs for its riders.

The Chicago Metra has launched a new smartphone app to allow riders to report safety concerns to the transit agency’s police force.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed A764, also known as “Alyssa’s Law”, requiring all New Jersey public schools to install silent panic alarms that will alert law enforcement during emergencies such as an active shooter, or to employ an alternative emergency mechanism approved by the Department of Education.

New Jersey is considering requiring most hotels to provide employees with panic buttons they can use to summon help if they are threatened or attacked while working.

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the major hotel brands in membership announced the 5-Star Promise, a pledge to provide hotel employees across the U.S. with employee safety devices (ESDs) and commit to enhanced policies, trainings and resources that together are aimed at enhancing hotel safety, including preventing and responding to sexual harassment and assault.

California lawmakers rejected a bill that would give hotel panic buttons for cleaning crews who fear sexual assault.

Las Vegas hotels and casinos operated by MGM Resorts Entertainment and Caesars Entertainment will soon begin providing housekeepers and cocktail waitresses with a panic button.